Freestone · westslope cutthroat
Blackfoot River fly fishing.
Made famous by Norman Maclean. Fast, powerful and beautiful, with native westslope cutthroat.
- Missoula, Montana
- Licensed MT Outfitter #68694
- 1 to 2 anglers per boat
- 100% catch and release
A river that demands respect
Over two decades on the Blackfoot, Jason has come to know every boulder garden, canyon wall and feeding lane that readers of A River Runs Through It dream about.
The Blackfoot is one of the best early summer dry fly and dry-dropper rivers in the region. Westslope cutthroat are aggressive, beautiful and native, and early summer gives a real shot at big browns on big dries before they turn nocturnal.
Signature hatches
- Spring: streamers and occasional Skwalas
- June and July: salmonflies, golden stones, caddis, green drakes
- September and October: terrestrials and October caddis
Blackfoot River
| Best windows | Apr, Jun–mid Jul, Sep–Oct |
| Species | Cutthroat, brown, rainbow |
| Type | Freestone |
| Full day | $675 for 2 |
| Half day | $575 for 2 |
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From the boat
Days on the water
Questions
Before you book
Can I ask for the Blackfoot specifically?
Yes. Tell Jason when you book and he’ll make it happen if conditions allow.
What gear do I need to bring?
No fishing gear. We provide premium rods, reels, lines, leaders, tippet and all flies. Bring polarized sunglasses, sunscreen, a hat, layers and comfortable non-slip shoes. A small dry bag for personal items helps.
Can seniors or anglers with physical limitations book?
Absolutely. Float trips are one of the most accessible ways to fly fish: you fish seated or standing in a stable boat, with no wading required. Tell Jason about any needs when you book.
Let’s get you on the water.
Pick a full or half day float, choose your date and hold it online. Rods, reels, flies and lunch are on us.